The Forgotten Shrine


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"Jasper and his friends are sent as ambassadors to the underwater planet of Earth Force's shady new allies, the Alkalinians"--




Forgotten Shrines


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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.




Echoes of the Forgotten


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In the town of Harrowdale, shadows run deeper than anyone realizes. Sophie thought she had left her past behind, but as whispers of betrayal grow louder, she finds herself caught in a web of conspiracy that threatens to tear her world apart. As the Council tightens its grip on the town, Sophie must race against time to stop those who would turn her over to a dark force-and unravel the mysteries of her own forgotten past. With allies by her side and enemies lurking in every corner, Sophie must uncover hidden truths, face her darkest fears, and expose the traitors before it's too late. But in a town where loyalty is fleeting and trust is a fragile thing, she may find that even the ones closest to her aren't who they seem. A tale of betrayal, courage, and secrets that could change everything, Echoes of the Forgotten will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.




The Forgotten Shivlings of Sati Shaktipeeths


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” Lord Shiva gets married to Sati, the daughter of Prajapati Daksh. Sati goes to Her father’s yajna uninvited, and burns Herself in the sacrificial fire as Daksha insults Lord Shiva and Her. Lord Shiva traverses the creation with Sati’s burnt body on His shoulders, dancing the Rudra Tandava. Lord Vishnu cuts the body into pieces by Sudarshana chakra, that scatter on Bharatvarsha in Bhooloka. Lord Shiva refuses to part with Sati, and establishes Himself along with each Pindi as Swayambhu Shivlinga. Demon Tarakasura attempts to steal the Devi Pindi, and consequently Lord Shiva appoints Kshetrapal Bhairav to protect each Shaktipeeth from evil, demonic forces. The Shaktipeeths are worshipped, and an unknown span of time passes. Bharatvarsha is attacked by the mlechhas. The temples are attacked, broken and plundered. The Shivlinga is broken, and the Bhairav temple is lost. The Pindi is not visible anymore, and the idea of the existence of the Swayambhu Shivlinga is forgotten. At some places, Goddess appears in the dream of devotees to look up a particular spot where She exists. So, Kalighat temple, Attahas Peeth and Kalkaji temple are rediscovered. As a thousand years pass, the memory of the Swayambhu Shivlinga is lost and forgotten. Mahadev remains bound with Sati Pindi as Swayambhu Shivlinga, and waits to be found and worshipped again at each of the Shaktipeeth temples. As the exact spots of the Swayambhu lingam wait to be rediscovered along with the Devi Pindi, the real Shaktipeeth temples await to welcome back the lost glory of ancient Vedic India and Her cultural magnificence. ”




The Legend of Zelda - Tears of the Kingdom - Strategy Guide


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Updated 4th August 2023 Now featuring over 364 guide pages! ----- Embark on a quest to find the missing princess, uncover the truth behind a cataclysm, and explore Hyrule's landscapes and floating islands. The guide for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom features everything you need to know to explore Hyrule to its fullest! Learn how to solve the Shrines, how to clear every Temple, tackle Side Quests and Side Adventures, defeat challenging bosses, and locate elusive Armor!- A detailed look into all of the various Gameplay Mechanics such as Horses, Hearts and Stamina, and navigating the Depths - Main Quest coverage, such as how to find and complete each of the Temples - How to use all of the Zonai devices - Walkthroughs for Side Quests - Breakdown of Side Adventures - Expert strategies on how to complete the Shrines - How to unlock all Towers and uncover your maps - Boss Strategies for the most challenging encounters - Information on Korok Seeds, such as what puzzles to look out for and Pouch upgrades - Where to get useful Equipment such as all of the Resistance Equipment




The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild-Creating a Champion Hero's Edition


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Dark Horse honors Link, the chosen hero, with the Hero's Edition of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild--Creating a Champion. This deluxe slipcase edition features the royal blue worn by the Hylian Champion and includes the Creating a Champion art book with an exclusive cover, a map of Hyrule printed on cloth, an art print of the Champions' photo Link hangs in his Hateno home, and a beautiful glass replica of a spirit orb. Bring light back to Hyrule with the Hero's Edition! The Creating a Champion art book is the ultimate companion to the award-winning video game The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and includes material from its DLC packs. Witness the making of a champion! This book features: * Nearly 50 pages of sketches and official illustrations from Takumi Wada * 296 Pages of design artwork and commentary about the making of the game from creators * 55 Page historical section that divulges an in-depth history of the Hyrule of Breath of the Wild. * Interviews with key members of the development team including Hidemaro Fujibayashi, Satoru Takizawa, Takumi Wada, and Eiji Aonuma Make sure to check out the other installments in this unparalleled collection of historical information on The Legend of Zelda franchise with the New York Times best selling The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia, The Legend of Zelda: Art & Artifacts, and The Legend of Zelda: Encyclopedia which detail the first 30 years of this historic video game franchise!




From Temple to Museum


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Religious icons have been a contested terrain across the world. Their implications and understanding travel further than the artistic or the aesthetic and inform contemporary preoccupations.This book traces the lives of religious sculptures beyond the moment of their creation. It lays bare their purpose and evolution by contextualising them in their original architectural or ritual setting while also following their displacement. The work examines how these images may have moved during different spates of temple renovation and acquired new identities by being relocated either within sacred precincts or in private collections and museums, art markets or even desecrated and lost. The book highlights contentious issues in Indian archaeology such as renegotiating identities of religious images, reuse and sharing of sacred space by adherents of different faiths, rebuilding of temples and consequent reinvention of these sites. The author also engages with postcolonial debates surrounding history writing and knowledge creation in British India and how colonial archaeology, archival practices, official surveys and institutionalisation of museums has influenced the current understanding of religion, sacred space and religious icons. In doing so it bridges the historiographical divide between the ancient and the modern as well as socio-religious practices and their institutional memory and preservation. Drawn from a wide-ranging and interdisciplinary study of religious sculptures, classical texts, colonial archival records, British travelogues, official correspondences and fieldwork, the book will interest scholars and researchers of history, archaeology, religion, art history, museums studies, South Asian studies and Buddhist studies.




The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Strategy Guide


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You wake up in the mysterious Shrine of Resurrection and see a Hyrule you no longer recognize. All you have by your side is the equally mysterious Sheikah Slate and the voice of a stranger to guide you. Take up the mantle of the chosen hero Link and journey throughout the most expansive, open iteration of Hyrule yet in your quest to destroy the monstrous Calamity Ganon and recover your memories of what happened 100 years ago This guide will serve as your companion as you traverse the beautiful world of Hyrule. It currently covers the following content: Version 1.1 (Updated September 2021) - A complete guide on the main story, beginning on the Great Plateau and finishing with your final attack on Calamity Ganon. - How to free all four Divine Beasts. - Information on how to obtain the legendary Master Sword. - Locations and information on activating every Region Tower. - Solutions to all 120 Shrines in Hyrule and walkthroughs on each of the 42 Shrine Quests. - Walkthrough for all side quests found in every region. - A complete guide on the DLC expansion packs, including where to find every EX Treasure Chest. - A Weapons and Armor index with a breakdown of the best melee weapons, bows and armor sets.




Guardians of Krishna


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In a world where darkness threatened all that was good, hope arrived in the most unexpected way. This is the story of five ordinary people, chosen not for their strength or power, but for their selflessness, kindness, and pure hearts. In the vibrant city of Dwaraka, their journey began with the arrival of a terrible enemy—Kalarath, a force of destruction who sought to spread fear and chaos. His promise to destroy the city left many feeling hopeless. But fate had something different in store. Five young heroes, each possessing qualities of compassion, courage, and a deep sense of duty, were chosen by a divine force. They found magical pendants, each linked to Lord Krishna, the eternal protector of goodness. These pendants were not just symbols—they were pieces of the Sudarshan Chakra, a divine weapon that could defeat even the greatest evil. The pendants did not choose these individuals for their physical power but for the goodness within them, their willingness to help others, and their selflessness. Brought together by destiny, the heroes formed a strong bond. Together, they stood as Dwaraka’s last hope, not because of their strength, but because of their pure hearts and the qualities that made them worthy of this divine mission. Their path was not without challenges. They faced moments of doubt and fear, but through every trial, their selflessness and compassion shone through. They realized that their true power came from their commitment to doing what was right, not from physical strength or abilities. The bond they formed wasn’t just about unity; it was about the deep connection that comes from shared purpose and goodness. With their hearts united, guided by Lord Krishna’s divine will, the heroes prepared to protect their city. They were more than warriors—they were chosen because they reflected the qualities of love, sacrifice, and selflessness that the world needed most. Together, they would face the darkness, knowing that their true strength came not from their powers but from the goodness that lived within them. "Guardians of Krishna: The Beginning" is a story of courage, faith, and the power of selflessness. It reminds us that the greatest strength comes not from what we can do, but from who we are—and that, in the face of darkness, those with the purest hearts will always light the way.




Fractured Futures


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Jasper and his friends must find a way to make peace between Earth and the Youli aliens before the Youli destroy the human race in this finale of the Bounders series, which Shannon Messenger calls “richly detailed, highly imaginative.” Jasper doesn’t know how his life got so messed up. Was it when Mira decided to leave him for the Youli aliens? Was it discovering his former pod now divided in a war between Earth Force and the Resistance? Or was it when the Youli gave Earth an ultimatum: Join the Intragalactic Council or be destroyed? Now the Youli have invited Jasper’s pod to visit their world. For Jasper, this means a chance to get his friends back on the same team. It also means seeing Mira again, and hopefully convincing her to come home. But once on the Youli planet, Jasper realizes there’s something off about Mira. She’s hiding a secret, and the more he pushes her, the more she avoids him. Meanwhile, the Intragalactic Summit approaches, a meeting that will decide the fate of Earth. But Jasper has a nagging feeling that Earth Force will sabotage the Summit—and then suffer the Youli’s wrath. And how can Jasper convince Earth to unite if he can’t even unite his friends? With humanity’s future on the brink of destruction, Jasper and his friends must learn that they’re stronger together if they have any shot at saving Earth.